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I think I have seen more -- umm -- interesting helmet designs in the last year than in any year previous. The Nolan Trilogy N43 fits firmly into this "interesting" design category. Nolan claims that the N43 is a "6-in-1 crossover helmet". This basically ...

I recently reviewed the Arai Corsair V for SpotMotorcycles. As one would expect, I gave it high marks. Here is a helmet that I am even more excited about: the Arai RX-Q. Arai describes it as a "Corsair V for the street".

Simply put, Arai has ...

This is a strange-looking helmet. I am all for new technology, but the Vemar CKQI Bluetooth Helmet is a real departure. So what is it? Let me try to explain.

As the name suggests, this helmet incorporates a Bluetooth intercom and communications system. I will ...

If you are looking for a cheap helmet, stop reading now. The Arai Corsair V is the most expensive helmet I've reviewed for SpotMotorcycles. However, if you are looking for an ultra-premium helmet that involves no performance or quality compromises, read on.

Let's first look at aerodynamics. The ...

Because they are such a hot item right now, I've been reviewing a lot of "new concept" helmets. I've looked at modulars, convertibles, and crossovers. Marketing lingo aside, the basic concept is to offer a helmet that adapts to different riding conditions and different riding styles. ...

If it is good enough for Valentino Rossi, it's good enough for me. OK, so I don't know what model AGV helmet the MotoGP road race champion wears, but I do know he trusts his noggin to the Italian helmet manufacturer.

The Stealth Razor helmet is a premium helmet that ...

As an avid dual sport rider, I have always felt the choice of helmet for this kind of riding is a bit of a conundrum. Should I wear a full-on dirt helmet and goggles? Sometimes this is the perfect set up -- especially in slower, dustier off-road ...

I have always felt that there are two areas where a motorcyclist simply cannot cut financial corners. One is tires, and the other is helmets. My experience with helmets is relatively extensive. I buy a new helmet every three years. However, I always seem to ...

Hawk helmets have been doing creative acrobatics with their helmet designs. The Advance green and white helmet takes the broad tapering stripes that have been the fashion in decals since, well, as long as I've seen full face helmets with decals. A little twist and they've added a strong, almost typographical art ...

This is one ambitiously innovative helmet. Advertised as a modular, it'd also be easy to label as a convertible because it can be altered from a full-face helmet to a half helmet. The French company Shark is relatively new to the U.S. market, but they'll definitely draw attention to themselves with ...

Old tech is cheap, so there are a few manufacturers of helmets who decided to take what works and sell, sell, sell. Like everything today, your cutting-edge helmet is going to be old news in a few weeks, so saving your pennies might be smart.

Cyber helmets are not at the cutting ...

HJC has been the best-selling helmet brand in the US for years. I don't know if they will hold that title for 2009, but I would guess it likely, considering the quality they deliver for prices that make you nod. The cost of their helmets is not ridiculously, quality-questioningly good, but ...

Nolan makes some of the most aerodynamic helmets, including the Outlaw full-face model, which is surprising as they still have a stabilizing spoiler. Spoilers often lead to greater wind resistance and noise, but Nolan's engineering has gotten around those pitfalls with their unique polycarbonate shell. Even though it's a modular, it's ...

My brother-in-law has a really big head. I'm not kidding around; he has trouble finding hats. My sister, on the other hand, has a small head. It seems wrong that, despite the extreme difference in cranium size, they end up with the same shell size when they buy helmets. ...

This helmet is what I call a blank canvas. The matte black TZ-R by Shoei is as simple as they come in appearance and will happily take your stickers, reflectors, paint, or whatever else you want to use to personalize it.

While the exterior is plain-jane, the inside carries a long history of ...

I wear a full face helmet for the protection, noise reduction, and the look. Yes, I think full face helmets are better looking than skullcaps. You'll certainly stay better-looking if you happen to find your face heading for the pavement. Should you want to get yourself a fine full face ...

You can't judge a book by its cover. These words apply to helmets as well as books, and are especially pertinent to Icon's Airframe helmet with the Burn Baby Burn design. Sure, it boasts a bikini-clad babe riding a spark plug like Major Kong on the falling bomb, but it's also an ...

There are several helmets in the $250 range that are well worth the cash, but this is the one I would buy, were I in the market for a new helmet. The Icon Airframe price is in the high middle, and the helmet is top tier.

DOT approved and Snell approved, the Airframe ...

Motocross helmets run the gamut of style and quality, as manufacturers do what they can to have or create an edge over the competition. The new THH Web is no exception, even though this is a lower end helmet, just over half of a hundred bucks. It comes in seven different ...

My first thought, when I looked at this headset, was: "what a crazy thing that is!" It's a far cry from the big intercom-things that you see on couples who are riding two-up on Goldwings. I've always snickered at intercoms on bikers, wondering what they talk about -- where ...

This full-face helmet meets or exceeds DOT FMVSS-218 motorcycle helmet safety standards provides the youth rider with a stylish, high-gloss look.

The shell is constructed of thermoplastic poly-alloy, and the helmet will remain snug and properly seated with a D-ring chin strap holder. The flush-fit, quick-release face shield is optically correct ...

Shoei is known as an industry leader when it comes to making stylish but safe helmets. This one is no exception.

The 'Flutter' presumably refers to its aerodynamic styling. This has been tested extensively with riders. Shoei claims this leads to a less turbulent ride due to the integrated upper and lower air intakes.

This ...

As any self-respecting high-quality helmet should, this helmet emphasizes safety, as well as comfort and a slick-looking design.

The face shield features UV protection which blocks the vast majority of the sun's damaging rays, as well as an anti-fog coating and oversized eyeport opening.

For venting, this helmet features a full exhaust ventilation system including ...

The RSI Alien Helmet from Shark Helmets provides the rider with an excellent blend of safety, comfort and modern technological advancements in aerodynamic design.

The outer shell is crafted from multi-directional composite fibers that have Carbon/Aramid added to provide even greater strength for added durability and safety while Venturi deflectors direct airflow ...

The safest type of helmet available, this full-face helmet provides extra protection with an extra strong polycarbonate shell.

Hardware is aluminum that provides optimal rotation as the chin bar is lifted. This allows for the least amount of torque and lift in the case of impact on the chin.

The knock on these types of helmets ...